Asylum Seekers Contributed 250,000 Hours of Community Service
10.03.2025 Since July last year, asylum seekers have performed almost 250,000 hours of community service, according to a compilation by the Ministry of the Interior.
NEOS Leader Wiederkehr Hopes for Renewed Coalition with SPÖ after Vienna Election
10.03.2025 Vienna's NEOS leader Christoph Wiederkehr is strongly focused on continuing the coalition with the SPÖ after the Vienna election on April 27.
Strike at Numerous German Airports Has Begun
10.03.2025
In Germany, warning strikes began at 13 airports on Monday. Air traffic in Austria is also affected.
More Green for Vienna-Donaustadt: "Park of Biodiversity" Grows
10.03.2025 The "Park of Biodiversity" in Donaustadt is taking on increasingly clear forms. The modeling of the terrain is progressing rapidly.
Turnaround for the Lobau Tunnel: Is the Mega Construction Project Returning?
10.03.2025 The construction of the Lobau Tunnel was halted in 2021, but now it could become a topic again: Transport Minister Peter Hanke considers the billion-dollar project necessary. A chronology.Fire Department Warns: Drought Increases Risk of Forest Fires
10.03.2025 The ongoing drought is leading to an increased risk of fires in Austria's forests. Fire departments advise reporting fires immediately instead of attempting to extinguish them yourself.
Rapid Vienna Must Fight for Championship Group Ticket After Defeat in Hartberg
9.03.2025 Rapid Wien missed the qualification for the championship group on Sunday with a 1:2 loss in Hartberg, where the match was delayed by 45 minutes due to riots by Rapid fans. The team from Hütteldorf is now competing with LASK and Blau-Weiß for the last two tickets.
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Confident Home Victory: Austria Wien Defeats Klagenfurt 2-0
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9.03.2025
Austria Wien secured the second place in the league table on Sunday with a 2-0 home victory against Austria Klagenfurt in the Football Bundesliga and remains level on points with leaders Sturm Graz.
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Spring in Sight: Mild Temperatures and Sunshine Also in the New Week
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9.03.2025
The coming week will be spring-like in most of Austria with temperatures up to 21 degrees, although clouds and rain showers are expected in some regions. The detailed forecast.
Wildfire in the Rax-Schneeberg Area: Major Operation Continues
9.03.2025 The firefighting operation in the Rax-Schneeberg area near Schwarzau im Gebirge in the Neunkirchen district continues almost unabated on Sunday. 320 firefighters have been working since the morning hours to locate and extinguish smoldering nests.
Escalation Before Match: Rapid Fans Attacked Police Officers, Kick-off Postponed
10.03.2025 The Bundesliga match between TSV Hartberg and SK Rapid had to start 45 minutes later than planned on Sunday due to fan riots.
Due to Warning Strikes in Germany: These Austria Flights Are Canceled on Monday
9.03.2025 The 24-hour warning strike at 13 German airports on Monday will lead to disruptions or complete cancellations for all flights to and from Austria.
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Passenger Increase at ÖBB Continues
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9.03.2025
The ÖBB transported over 511 million passengers by bus and train last year, marking the first time they have recorded over half a billion passengers.
How the New Austrian Minister of Economic Affairs Plans to Stimulate the Economy
9.03.2025
Austria's new Minister of Economic Affairs, Wolfgang Hattmannsdorfer, plans to implement measures to support small and medium-sized enterprises with a comprehensive SME package, focusing particularly on the abolition of the receipt issuance obligation up to 35 euros and changes in tax regulations for tradespeople and freelancers.
Asylum Dispute: Austria Clearly Rejects German Deportation Plans
10.03.2025 The German Union and SPD plan asylum rejections at the border. Austria rejects this and has instructed the police not to accept such measures.
Expensive Electricity: Energy Giants Must Now Refund Customers
9.03.2025 Rising Energy Costs Burden Austrian Households: After the end of the electricity price cap and increased network fees at the beginning of 2025, electricity costs have risen by up to 45 percent. However, there is hope for refunds.
Serious Ski Accident at Semmering: 32-Year-Old Crashed into Trees
9.03.2025
A 32-year-old Czech man was injured in a skiing accident on the Semmering early Sunday morning. He was flown to the hospital by rescue helicopter.
A Lot of Self-Praise from Women's Minister Holzleitner for Three-Party Coalition
9.03.2025
Women's and Science Minister Eva Maria Holzleitner was the first of the new government members to visit the ORF "Press Hour" on Sunday and took the opportunity to eloquently praise the three-party coalition.
Quadrangular Farm Fully Engulfed in Flames: 200 Firefighters Deployed in Lower Austria
9.03.2025
A major fire broke out in the night to Sunday in a four-sided farm in Brunnwiesen. Significant property damage occurred, but fortunately no one was injured.
NÖ: Tractor Burst into Flames in the Middle of the Village
10.03.2025 A tractor caught fire on Saturday in Pürstendorf in the district of Mistelbach. The vehicle was completely destroyed by fire in the middle of the town.
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Condition of Pope Francis Stable - Doctors Remain Cautious
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9.03.2025
Pope Francis' health condition has slightly improved after three weeks in the hospital, but he remains under strict medical observation.
Drug Dealer Attacked Police Officers at Vienna's Reumannplatz
9.03.2025 On Saturday evening, a 29-year-old man attacked police officers at Vienna's Reumannplatz when he was caught with drugs during a check.
Speeder Caught at 168 km/h on Vienna's A22
9.03.2025
A driver was recorded at 168 km/h on the Vienna A22 towards Korneuburg on Saturday morning - the speed limit there is only 80 km/h.
Car Thief Caught Red-Handed in Vienna Parking Garage
9.03.2025 In Vienna-Margareten, a 28-year-old was caught in the act during a car break-in at a parking garage on Saturday. The police arrested the man.
Target Practice with Air Rifle Triggered Major Deployment of Vienna Police
9.03.2025 A 63-year-old Viennese man triggered a major police operation late Saturday evening in Josefstadt after conducting target practice with an air rifle from a rooftop terrace.
Wildfire in the Rax-Schneeberg Area: Major Operation Continues
9.03.2025 The firefighting operation in the Rax-Schneeberg area near Schwarzau im Gebirge in the Neunkirchen district continues almost unabated on Sunday. 320 firefighters have been working since the morning hours to locate and extinguish smoldering nests.
Early Strike Start at Hamburg Airport Causes Chaos
9.03.2025
An unannounced warning strike completely paralyzed operations at Hamburg Airport on Sunday. Flights to Vienna, Salzburg, Graz, and Innsbruck were also canceled.
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Raids Against Illegal Arms Trade in Austria
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9.03.2025
The state protection agency conducted a focused operation against illegal arms trade in seven federal states. The operation took place on February 27, but has only now been made public.
With 215 km/h on the Western Exit: Viennese Soon to Lose Driver's License and Car
10.03.2025 A Viennese man was caught by police radar on the western exit on Friday night. He was speeding at a hefty 215 km/h on the A1.
With Weapon, But Without a Plan: Boys Fail in Robbery at Kebab Stand in Vienna 15
9.03.2025 In Vienna-Rudolfsheim, two teenagers attempted to rob a kebab stand. Despite using a weapon, they failed and had to flee without any loot.
Manipulated Copies of Traffic Tickets: Police Officer Embezzled Fines for Years
9.03.2025 A 56-year-old police officer in Lower Austria is suspected of having pocketed part of the fines from traffic tickets for years.
No Confession After Body Found in Suitcase in Vienna-Favoriten
9.03.2025 The 28-year-old, who is suspected of killing a 59-year-old man and leaving his body in a suitcase next to a waste container in Vienna-Favoriten, has not yet confessed. According to the police, the suspect has made contradictory statements.
Glacier Report Raises Alarm: Local Glaciers in "Massive Phase of Decay"
9.03.2025 The "Eternal Ice" in Austria is gradually retreating. Particularly in recent years, continuous negative records have been reached. Gerhard Lieb from the glacier measurement service of the ÖAV spoke on Friday of a "massive phase of decay".
Men Cause Significantly More Fatal Traffic Accidents Than Women
9.03.2025 Men and women show different numbers when it comes to fatal traffic accidents.
Patent Applications Surpassed the 2,000 Mark Again
9.03.2025 Registrations at the Austrian Patent Office remained above the 2,000 mark last year. However, there was a slight decrease.
That Was the Academics Ball in Vienna 2025
8.03.2025
On Friday evening, the "Academics Ball" in the Vienna Hofburg commenced with some FPÖ notables in attendance.
Akademikerball Wien 2025: Demos, Platzverbot und blaue Prominenz
7.03.2025 Am Freitag wird der freiheitliche "Akademikerball" in Wien erneut von Protesten begleitet. Um ein Aufeinandertreffen von Demonstrierenden und Ballgästen zu verhindern, hat die Polizei ab 17 Uhr ein Platzverbot rund um die Hofburg erlassen. Zudem sind Sperren der Wiener Ringstraße und Verkehrsbehinderungen in der Wiener Innenstadt zu erwarten.
Akademikerball Wien 2025: Demos, Platzverbot und blaue Prominenz
7.03.2025 On Friday, the freedom-oriented "Akademikerball" in Vienna will once again be accompanied by protests. To prevent a confrontation between demonstrators and ball guests, the police have issued a ban on gatherings around the Hofburg starting at 5 PM. Additionally, closures of the Vienna Ring Road and traffic disruptions in downtown Vienna are expected.
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Vienna Academics Ball 2025: Demonstrations, Bans, and Blue Prominence
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7.03.2025
Niki Kunrath, human rights spokesperson for the Vienna Greens, spoke on Friday regarding the venue in the Hofburg, calling it a "fatal signal" being sent. "For the human rights city of Vienna, it is shameful that the so-called 'Academics Ball' of the Vienna FPÖ still takes place in the heart of Vienna," Kunrath said in a statement.
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Vienna Academics Ball 2025: Demonstrations, Bans, and Blue Prominence
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7.03.2025
Niki Kunrath, human rights spokesperson for the Vienna Greens, spoke on Friday regarding the venue in the Hofburg, calling it a "fatal signal" being sent. "For the human rights city of Vienna, it is shameful that the so-called 'Academics Ball' of the Vienna FPÖ still takes place in the heart of Vienna," Kunrath said in a statement.
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Academic Ball Vienna 2025: Demonstrations, Bans, and Blue Prominence
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7.03.2025
On Friday, the freedom-oriented "Academics Ball" in Vienna will once again be accompanied by protests. To prevent a confrontation between demonstrators and ball guests, the police have issued a ban on gatherings around the Hofburg starting at 5 PM. Additionally, closures of the Vienna Ring Road and traffic disruptions in downtown Vienna are expected.
Construction of New Bus Stops for Lines 71B and 73B in Vienna-Simmering
7.03.2025
For the establishment of the new bus line 73B, a stop will be built on Etrichstraße after the intersection with Svetelskystraße in the direction of Simmeringer Hauptstraße.
Beate Meinl-Reisinger Wants to "Defend Women's Rights Everywhere"
7.03.2025
"Women's rights are human rights - and as such, we must always and everywhere defend them: internationally, in Europe, and also in Austria," says the new Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger (NEOS) on the occasion of International Women's Day.
Abor & Tynna Storm the German Singles Charts
7.03.2025
The Viennese sibling duo Abor & Tynna, representing Germany at the Eurovision Song Contest, stormed the German singles charts with their song "Baller".
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Successes in the Fight Against Illegal Puppy Trade
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7.03.2025
For many years, the Veterinary Office of the City of Vienna has been combating illegal puppy trade. With success, as in the last five years, among other things, 113 dogs and 23 cats have been seized and temporarily housed in the animal shelter for quarantine, which were brought to Austria from other EU countries without valid rabies vaccination and papers.
66-Year-Old Investigated After Discovery of Suspicious Packages in Amstetten
7.03.2025
After a large-scale police operation due to packages that were left at the main square in Amstetten last October, a 66-year-old man was identified as a suspect.
Tightening of Energy Crisis Contribution Instead of Special Levy for Energy Companies
7.03.2025
The special levy for electricity producers proposed by Finance Minister Markus Marterbauer (SPÖ), which caused a stir in the industry on Thursday, will not be implemented after all.
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National Council: Stocker Delivered Government Statement and Saw "Success for the Whole Country"
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7.03.2025
On Friday, the government statement by Federal Chancellor Christian Stocker (ÖVP) was presented in the National Council.
Stocker Under Medical Supervision After Government Statement
7.03.2025 Federal Chancellor Christian Stocker (ÖVP) delivered his government statement on Friday while ill - and was subsequently attended to by a doctor.
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March for Science: Hundreds of Participants at Rallies in Vienna and Salzburg
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7.03.2025
On Friday, researchers in 32 US cities demonstrated under the motto "Stand Up for Science" against the anti-science policies of US President Donald Trump. Scientists also protested in Vienna and Salzburg, motivated by Trump's attacks on scientific freedom and the growing skepticism towards science in Austria and Europe.
Vienna Airport: Around 35 Kilos of Cannabis Herb Found in Two Suitcases
7.03.2025
On Wednesday, around 35 kilos of cannabis herb were seized during transit luggage checks at Vienna Airport in Schwechat (Bruck a.d. Leitha district).
Vienna Has a New Deputy Mayor
7.03.2025 In Vienna, there is a new Deputy Mayor: After Christoph Wiederkehr (NEOS) moved to the federal level, the office was taken over by his party colleague Bettina Emmerling.
"Not Easy to Play There": Rapid Vienna Wants Three Points in Hartberg
7.03.2025 After the draw on the European stage against Borac Banja Luka, Rapid Vienna is challenged in the Bundesliga over the weekend. Opponent Hartberg, however, is confronted with a negative series.
AK and Caritas: Government's Women's Program Remains Vague
7.03.2025
The women's program of the new black-red-pink federal government contains positive approaches, but remains vague in its implementation. This was criticized by Caritas President Nora Tödtling-Musenbichler and Chamber of Labor President Renate Anderl ahead of International Women's Day.
E-Car Owners Will Have to Dig Deeper into Their Pockets in the Future
7.03.2025 According to calculations by the ÖAMTC on Friday, owners of electric cars will face additional costs of under 500 euros annually. Due to the different registered performances and weights of the vehicles, the range of these additional costs is likely to be from about 70 to over 2,000 euros.